2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
